Question

Why was Theodosius important for Christianity? He made it the official religion of the Roman Empire. He became a convert and stopped the persecution. He allowed followers of the religion to relocate. He gave the religion a temple in Jerusalem.

Answer 1

In lists of Roman Emperors, Theodosius is far from the most notable. One historian noted that this son of an emperor killed for high treason "veered disconcertingly between opposites—febrile activity and indolent sluggishness, a simple soldierly life and the splendors of the court." But this little-known emperor forever changed the course of Christian history not in one way, but in two. He used his power to officially enforce orthodox Christianity, but ended up placing his power under that of the church, setting a standard for more than a millennium.

Answer 2

He made it the official religion of the Roman Empire.

Step-by-step explanation:

• Theodosius was the last monarch to govern over the full length of the empire in both its shares.
• Theodosius promote Christianity within the Empire.
• He presented it as the formal religion of the Roman Empire.
• He grew a convert and suspended the killing.
• He authorized followers of the religion to relocate.